National Fire Ant Eradication Program

Fire ant treatment underway

Eradicating fire ants is a national priority. We need your help to stop them in their tracks.

Keep your family, friends, and pets safe by treating your yard for fire ants. Learn how to take action.

Produce, store, and move materials legally to ensure fire ant compliance. See what businesses must do.

Protect sports grounds, schools, and parks from fire ants. Help keep public spaces infestation-free.

News

19 March 2026
Free fire ant treatment drives strong community action

Community treatment days show residents how to access self-treatment kits to control fire ants and protect their properties.
18 March 2026
New fire ant detection in Mount Whitestone, Lockyer Valley

Lockyer Valley residents are urged to check their properties and report any suspect fire ants.
17 March 2026
Fire ant biosecurity zone update for March

Check if your suburb is included in the March changes.

Ever wondered what a fire ant looks like? Come along to one of our events to see live fire ants on display.

Find out about our events

Help us treat your property by checking our fire ant activities map. See what’s happening nearby.

Prepare for a compliance audit on fire ant carriers. Learn what to expect during an inspection.

Join us at a scheduled community event. Learn more about fire ants and how to stop their spread.